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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Autism
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has long been used for patients diagnosed with autism and other co-morbid medical issues. What is HBOT? Mild HBOT is a safe, effective way to get more oxygen into the body…
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Avoiding Toxins
Accumulating evidence establishes a clear link between exposure to pollutants and chemicals with cognitive, motor, and sensory impairments. Scientists believe this is due to epigenetics, where environmental triggers switch specific genes on or off without affecting DNA…
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Seizures
Seizures are a significant concern in autism because of their high prevalence and association with increased mortality and morbidity among individuals with autism. Adding to this concern is that many symptoms of seizures look like…
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Going GFCFSF in 10 Weeks!
Planning on implementing a gluten-free, casein-free, soy-free (GFCFSF) diet for your child? Then you’ve come to the right place! Download this FREE guide for a simple, easy-to-follow plan to help you successfully transition to the GFCFSF…
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Anesthesia and the Autistic Child
If your child is about to have surgery or needs a particular diagnostic procedure, such as a GI scope, their medical team will need to place them under sedation. Additionally, some children require sedation to…
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Glutamate
Symptoms we often associate with autism—such as anxiety, tics, and inattention—can be caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain, specifically glutamate and GABA. However, reducing the amount of free glutamate in the brain…
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Folic Acid and Pregnancy in the Prevention of Autism
Autism, as we know, affects a significant proportion of our children, and the prevalence continues to rise. Unfortunately, neither the cause nor effective treatment is readily available. For many decades it has been assumed that…